Experience the quintessential Old Towne Orange lifestyle with this fully leased two-on-a-lot income property, just one mile from Chapman University! The main residence (4BR/2BA, 1,522 sq.ft.) showcases authentic mid-century character with vaulted beamed ceilings, hardwood and tile flooring, dual-pane windows, and an open floor plan anchored by a cozy fireplace. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated, and the kitchen offers oak cabinetry, granite countertops, a built-in wine rack, gas range and dishwasher. Every bedroom features generous closet space. The second residence (1BR/1BA, 405 sq.ft.), a permitted garage conversion completed in 2026, is brand new construction throughout and remains under contractor warranty, leased at $2,200 per month. The roof was fully replaced in 2025 under permit. Both units are leased through August 2027 with tenants covering utilities, producing $6,950 per month in place. Outside you’ll find a covered patio, mature front landscaping, a front walkway, and a long driveway with off-street parking. The large, level rear yard is a blank canvas: add turf, landscaping and a dividing fence to give each unit its own private outdoor space. The main house is currently leased to students but drew strong interest from non-student renters as well, giving a new owner options at lease-end: renew, refresh the main house and reposition it for families or professionals, or owner-occupy while the ADU helps carry the mortgage. The seller is flexible and owns other properties in the area. If you need a unit delivered vacant, reach out and let’s discuss. Just a short stroll to Chapman, the Orange Circle, and the dining, coffee and boutique shopping of Old Towne, plus Metrolink, St. Joseph Hospital, UCI Health and quick 55/22 freeway access. At $1,475,000, in-place rents equate to approximately a 17.69X GRM and a 4.41% CAP Rate. Notably, the main residence was leased at $6,100 per month as recently as July 2026. At that level the property collects $8,300 monthly, or approximately a 14.81X GRM and an estimated 5.51% CAP Rate.
Property Details
Price:
$1,395,000
MLS #:
26897423
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
otooldtowneorange
Listed Date:
Aug 28, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,927
Total Sq Ft:
1,927
Lot Size:
6,344 sqft / 0.15 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1956
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
DW, GD, RF
Cooling
CA
Flooring
WOOD
Heating
CF
Interior Features
CF
Laundry Features
OUT, DINC, WINC
Levels
A
Exterior
Architectural Style
TRD
Common Walls
_1CW
Construction Materials
STC
Parking Spots
3
Parking Total
3
Roof
CMP, SHN
Spa Features
NO
Financial
Map
Community
- Address526 N Emerald DR Orange CA
- CityOrange
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92868
Subdivisions in Orange
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Orange as of Oct 04, 2026
311
Single Family Listed
58
Avg DOM
481
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,026,268
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 526 N Emerald DR Orange CA is a Single Family for sale in Orange, CA, 92868. It is listed for $1,395,000 and features 5 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,927 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1956. The current price per square foot is $724. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Orange is $481. The average listing price for Single Family in Orange is $1,026,268.
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